Seasonal Outdoor Educator
About The Position
A Seasonal Educator will work variable hours per week, up to 40 hours, and will support Coastal Roots Farm’s Education Department in implementing Jewish and Farm-based educational programs during Farm Camp reaching community members of all backgrounds with a focus on TK-8th grade students. The ideal candidate will exhibit strong communication, public speaking, and group facilitation skills, interest in Jewish tradition, agriculture, and environmental stewardship, a passion for working with young people, and a welcoming disposition. They have the ability to teach these concepts to a variety of ages 4-13 years old and have experience in formal, informal, and/or outdoor learning environments. Coastal Roots Farm values diversity and an inclusive culture. Candidates should be willing and enthusiastic about working within the Jewish community but may be of any (or no) faith or background.
Requirements
- At least 1-2 years of experience with either Early Childhood, Elementary age, and/or Middle School age children.
- Experience designing and delivering curriculum to youth.
- Understanding and passionate about environmental, outdoor, Jewish, and/or agriculture-based education that may be relevant to the content of a Jewish Community Farm.
- Enjoys working with youth ages 4 and up and their families.
- Ability to build and nurture relationships with a wide variety of people including colleagues, youth, and families.
- Effective listening and communication skills.
- Team player and leader
- Flexible, able to work simultaneously on a wide range of projects and ability to prioritize tasks.
- Exceptional listening and communication skills with sensitivity to cultural communication differences.
- Entrepreneurial, adaptable, and creative.
- Cooperative, service-oriented attitude.
- Dedicated to the camper’s experience.
- Enthusiastic and Mission-aligned.
- Works well under pressure and in a fast-paced environment
Nice To Haves
- A relevant college degree preferred or working toward obtaining one (Child Development, Environmental Studies, Agro-ecology, Jewish Studies, etc.).
- Teaching Credential preferred or working toward obtaining a certificate or credential in the field of education.
- Experience and background in Jewish settings.
- Experience with creative and arts-based Jewish programming (ex: singing, movement, etc.).
- Experience of indigenous land-based practices.
Responsibilities
- Supporting the Education Department to create curriculum, facilitate educational programs, and evaluate the delivery of the Farm’s Jewish and Farm-based Farm Camp program.
- Is willing and enthusiastic about working within the Jewish community but may be of any (or no) faith or background.
- Is passionate about environmental, outdoor, Jewish, and/or agriculture-based education.
- Daily set up and clean-up of learning environment
- Joining team meetings to plan for activities
- Caring for campers and providing an unforgettable experience in a loving, non-judgmental environment
- Attending relevant meetings.
- Helping with various farm-related projects.
- Integrating Jewish wisdom, teachings, and values to Farm Camp’s curriculum.
- Other duties may also be assigned by supervisor.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
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